2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi S3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi S3. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | S3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
